A remarkable new F1 hybrid marrow of the Striped Green Bush type but which is earlier, better cropping and more uniform. It also carries resistance to cucumber mosaic virus which can be a real crop spoiler. The attractive fruits can either be cut at 10-15cm (4-6in) as courgettes or left to mature as marrows. Excellent eaten lightly cooked, freshly picked or is suitable for winter storage.

Sow singly in mid spring 1cm (1/2in) deep in 7.5cm (3in) pots of moist compost. Germination usually takes 7-10 days at 21-24C (70-75F).

Gradually acclimatise the plants to outdoor conditions before planting out after all risk of frost has passed 1x2m (3x6ft) apart in rich, moist well drained soil.

Keep the soil moist, water regularly especially in dry weather and give liquid feed every 14 days when the fruits start to swell.